Welcome to Nelsonville
Incorporated in 1855, Nelsonville is a Hudson Highlands village located in the Town of Philipstown in Putnam County, New York. Its Government consists of a mayor and four trustees as its legislative body, and a Village clerk who doubles as treasurer.
We're happy you're here! Please take a look around and explore the history of our small village, along with what's going on in Nelsonville today.
NEWS
ADOPTION OF 2026/2027 BUDGET
The budget for the 2026/2027 fiscal year was adopted at the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. You can view the budget here.
Royal Carting Holiday Schedule
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New Year's Day
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Memorial Day
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July 4th
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Labor Day
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Thanksgiving Day
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Christmas Day
Garbage and recycling pick-ups will be one day later (Saturday) than regular pick-ups during holiday weeks.
Village Email Blast
To sign up for the email distribution list, please contact the Village Clerk at villageclerk@nelsonvilleny.gov and request to be added. To connect on Facebook, search and like the Village of Nelsonville community page: @NelsonvilleNY
IMPORTANT LINKS
CONTACT US
258 Main Street
Nelsonville, NY 10516
Tel: 845-265-2500
villageclerk@nelsonvilleny.gov
Village Clerk Hours M-F 9-3pm
FOIL Request Application
Police Information
FOLLOW US
For emergencies, please dial 911
At other times:
Putnam County Sheriff's Office
845-225-4300 or 845-265-9111
New York State Police
845-677-7300
